Current Saint Leonard, Maryland CD rates include NATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTHNATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTHA+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 1.38%Real return: +2.20%APY minus CPI (February 2026) offering 6 Month Youth Saver at 5.00% APY, HEMA Federal Credit UnionHEMA Federal Credit UnionA+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 3.12%Real return: +1.79%APY minus CPI (February 2026) offering IRA Certificate 36 Months at 4.59% APY, Tower Federal Credit UnionTower Federal Credit UnionA+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 1.68%Real return: +1.70%APY minus CPI (February 2026) offering 2 Year Certificate at 4.50% APY, EagleBankEagleBankA5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 11.85%Real return: +1.55%APY minus CPI (February 2026) offering 12 Month CD at 4.35% APY, and CFG BankCFG BankD3.3 ★Texas Ratio: 35.17%Real return: +1.50%APY minus CPI (February 2026) offering 12 Month CD Online and In Branch at 4.30% APY. CD rates as of September 9, 2026 according to verified data from MonitorBankRates.
Saint Leonard is a smaller community with no bank or credit union branches currently in our database. 595 institutions serving the Maryland area are available to Saint Leonard residents, with CD rates as high as 5.00% APY from NATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTH. Rates are continually updated, so we recommend checking back frequently.
The Annual Percentage Yields (APYs) displayed reflect actual verified offers from top-rated institutions. Rates are subject to change at the institution's discretion without notice and may depend on your initial funding amount. A substantial penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal, which could reduce earnings on the account. CD Rates Last Updated and Verified: September 9, 2026
The fixed interest rate is applied until maturity. This account pays simple interest. Interest is not compounded. Interest will be credited to your account at maturity. The account will be renewed automatically with interest rate determined at the time of maturity. Penalty will or may be imposed for early withdrawal. Please see the Bank's current fee schedule.
Short Term. Quick Savings. New Money Minimum
Jumbo Certificate
Better Rewards; Certificates - (Share, IRA, HSA)
Certificates - (Share, IRA, HSA)
Preferred APY: 2.60%
Jumbo
Minimum to Open for IRAs: $250
Penalties may be imposed for early withdrawal. Other fees, restrictions, and terms apply.
Platinum Account Holders; Early Withdrawl Penalty 30 days' simple interest
Early Withdrawl Penalty 30 days' simple interest
Relationship APY
All CD rates may change at any time without prior notice. After your CD is opened, the interest rate is fixed for the term. A penalty is imposed for early withdrawal. Fees could reduce earnings.
Rates effective as of 9/1/2021. $500 minimum to open and obtain APY.
The Annual Percentage Yield (APY) is accurate as of 08/13/2026. APY assumes interest remains on deposit until maturity date. Penalty for early withdrawal may reduce earnings. Fees may reduce earnings. Rates are subject to change at any time and are not guaranteed until the account is opened.
Better Rewards; Certificates - (Share, IRA, HSA)
The fixed interest rate is applied until maturity. This account pays simple interest. Interest is not compounded. Interest will be credited to your account at maturity. The account will be renewed automatically with interest rate determined at the time of maturity. Penalty will or may be imposed for early withdrawal. Please see the Bank's current fee schedule.
Jumbo
Certificates - (Share, IRA, HSA)
FedPerks APY: 3.25%
Minimum to Open for IRAs: $250
Preferred APY: 3.25%
$1,000 and over
Penalties may be imposed for early withdrawal. Other fees, restrictions, and terms apply.
Platinum Account Holders; Early Withdrawl Penalty 90 days' simple interest
The Annual Percentage Yield (APY) is accurate as of 08/13/2026. APY assumes interest remains on deposit until maturity date. Penalty for early withdrawal may reduce earnings. Fees may reduce earnings. Rates are subject to change at any time and are not guaranteed until the account is opened.
No additional deposits after initial deposit.
APY-Annual Percentage Yield
Better Rewards; Certificates - (Share, IRA, HSA)
High-Rate CD Specials. Each account is insured up to $250,000.
Jumbo Certificate
Requires SECU Total Checking - Platinum level
Requires SECU Total Checking - Gold level
Certificates - (Share, IRA, HSA)
Booster
To view assumptions & disclosures, select the appropriate product above.
with one-time bump up
Jumbo
No additional deposits after initial deposit.
The Annual Percentage Yield (APY) is accurate as of 08/13/2026. APY assumes interest remains on deposit until maturity date. Penalty for early withdrawal may reduce earnings. Fees may reduce earnings. Rates are subject to change at any time and are not guaranteed until the account is opened.
Better Rewards; Certificates - (Share, IRA, HSA)
Variable-Rate*
Jumbo
Certificates - (Share, IRA, HSA)
Minimum to Open for IRAs: $250
FedPerks APY**: 3.40%
FedPerks APY**: 3.40%
FedPerks APY**: 3.40%
Preferred APY: 3.50%
FedPerks APY**: 3.35%
FedPerks APY**: 3.35%
FedPerks APY**: 3.35%
FedPerks APY: 3.35%
The Annual Percentage Yield (APY) is accurate as of 08/13/2026. APY assumes interest remains on deposit until maturity date. Penalty for early withdrawal may reduce earnings. Fees may reduce earnings. Rates are subject to change at any time and are not guaranteed until the account is opened.
Better Rewards; Certificates - (Share, IRA, HSA)
Minimum to Open for IRAs: $250
FedPerks APY: 3.60%
Certificates - (Share, IRA, HSA)
Jumbo
Preferred APY: 3.55%
No additional deposits after initial deposit.
Better Rewards; Certificates - (Share, IRA, HSA)
Members have the option, once during the term of a Bump-Up Share or IRA Certificate, to elect to receive the higher rate being offered on Bump-Up Share or IRA Certificates. Members may only exercise this option once during the term of the Bump-Up Share / IRA Certificate. The election to exchange to the higher rate must be made in writing. No additional changes will be permitted. The new rate will be effective from the date the Credit Union (Freedom) we receive notification of the election and will continue for the remainder of the Bump-Up Share Certificate term. If you never elect the exchange option, the original rate will continue.
Variable-Rate*
MyTimes Certificate (members 50 and over)
Minimum to Open for IRAs: $250
Certificates - (Share, IRA, HSA)
Jumbo
FedPerks APY: 3.40%
Members have the option, once during the term of a Bump-Up Share or IRA Certificate, to elect to receive the higher rate being offered on Bump-Up Share or IRA Certificates. Members may only exercise this option once during the term of the Bump-Up Share / IRA Certificate. The election to exchange to the higher rate must be made in writing. No additional changes will be permitted. The new rate will be effective from the date the Credit Union (Freedom) we receive notification of the election and will continue for the remainder of the Bump-Up Share Certificate term. If you never elect the exchange option, the original rate will continue.
Member Rewards Gold Certificate
Member Rewards Silver Certificate
Preferred APY: 3.35%
FedPerks APY: 3.15%
Minimum to Open for IRAs: $250
Step-Up
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No additional deposits after initial deposit.
Member Rewards Gold Certificate
Member Rewards Silver Certificate
Variable-Rate*
Preferred APY: 3.45%
Minimum to Open for IRAs: $250
FedPerks APY**: 3.05%
FedPerks APY**: 3.05%
Compare local Saint Leonard, MD CD rate quotes against the statewide average
Daily CD rate averages tracked across our database of 8,500+ banks and credit unions, updated every evening.
Maryland 12-month CD rates rose 0.173 points over the past 7 days to 2.840% APY.
Maryland 6-month CD rates rose 0.918 points over the past 7 days to 2.669% APY.
Where are Maryland CD rates headed through September 2027?
Projections based on Fed funds rate futures and historical CD-to-fed-funds spread model. Not financial advice.
Annual interest earnings at today’s Maryland average APYs. State average used where available; national average as fallback.
| CD Term | MD Avg APY | $5,000 | $10,000 | $25,000 | $50,000 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3-Month CD | 1.993% | $99.65 | $199.29 | $498.22 | $996.45 |
| 6-Month CD | 2.669% | $133.45 | $266.90 | $667.25 | $1,334.50 |
| 12-Month CD | 2.840% | $142.01 | $284.02 | $710.05 | $1,420.10 |
| 18-Month CD | 2.673% | $133.67 | $267.34 | $668.35 | $1,336.70 |
| 24-Month CD | 2.712% | $135.61 | $271.23 | $678.07 | $1,356.15 |
| 36-Month CD | 2.640% | $132.02 | $264.03 | $660.07 | $1,320.15 |
| 48-Month CD | 2.652% | $132.61 | $265.23 | $663.07 | $1,326.15 |
| 60-Month CD | 2.747% | $137.35 | $274.69 | $686.73 | $1,373.45 |
| Earnings shown are annualized (APY basis). Actual earnings for sub-12-month terms will be proportionally lower at maturity. Rates as of September 9, 2026. | |||||
$25,000 split equally across 5 terms using today’s Maryland average rates. As each CD matures, reinvest at the 36-month rung.
| Rung | Term | Deposit | MD Avg APY | Annual Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 3-Month CD | $5,000 | 1.993% | $99.65 |
| 2 | 6-Month CD | $5,000 | 2.669% | $133.45 |
| 3 | 12-Month CD | $5,000 | 2.840% | $142.01 |
| 4 | 24-Month CD | $5,000 | 2.712% | $135.61 |
| 5 | 36-Month CD | $5,000 | 2.640% | $132.02 |
| Total ($25,000 invested) | $25,000 | 2.571% blended | $642.74/yr | |
Ladder example uses equal $5,000 rungs and Maryland average APYs. Actual earnings depend on the specific institution and product chosen. Use the calculator above to model your exact deposit amounts.
MonitorBankRates tracks 545 CD rates from 31 banks and 39 credit unions with locations in Saint Leonard, Maryland, plus national online institutions available to Maryland residents. Our proprietary aggregation system pulls verified rate data directly from each institution’s official website, no estimates, no national averages passed off as real offers.
Every rate listed includes the institution’s Safety Grade (A+ to F), Star Rating (1–5), and Texas Ratio, objective financial health metrics calculated from FDIC and NCUA regulatory data, so you can compare yield and institutional safety in one place.
Current top rate: NATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTH offers a CD at 5.00% APY with a minimum deposit of $500. Use the rate table above to compare all current offers in Saint Leonard, Maryland.
What to compare when shopping for a CD in Saint Leonard, Maryland
To find the best APYs in Saint Leonard, Maryland, start with credit unions and online-only banks: Saint Leonard, Maryland has 39 credit unions in our database, and they consistently offer some of the highest yields because they have lower overhead than traditional banks and compete aggressively for deposits.
Always compare the APY (Annual Percentage Yield), not just the interest rate. The APY reflects compounding and is the true measure of what you’ll earn.
Also compare the early withdrawal penalty. Common penalties range from 30 to 180 days of interest depending on the term. If you’re unsure whether you’ll need the funds early, a no-penalty CD or a high-yield savings account may be a better fit.
Local demographics and economic context for CD savers. Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2024 (state-level data shown; city data not available)
16.7% of residents are 65 or older, below the national average of 17.3%. At today’s MD 12-month CD average of 2.840%, saving 10% of the local median salary ($5,698/year) and putting it in a CD would earn an additional $162 annually in interest.
Data: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates 2024. Median earnings from ACS 2023 place-level estimates.
What to compare when choosing between a CD and other deposit accounts
| Feature | CD | High-Yield Savings | Money Market | 6-Month CD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rate Type | Fixed APY | Variable APY | Variable APY | Fixed APY |
| Liquidity | Locked for term | Anytime | Anytime | Locked 6 months |
| Early Withdrawal | Penalty (months of interest) | None | None | Penalty (90–180 days interest) |
| FDIC / NCUA Insured | Yes (up to $250K) | Yes (up to $250K) | Yes (up to $250K) | Yes (up to $250K) |
| Check / Debit Access | No | Usually no | Often yes | No |
| Best For | Known savings goal, CD ladder | Emergency fund, flexible savings | Liquid savings with check-writing | Slightly higher yield, less urgency |
A certificate of deposit (CD) is a deposit account that holds a fixed sum of money for a fixed term, commonly three months to five years, in exchange for a guaranteed interest rate. In return for leaving the money untouched until the term ends, a saver in Saint Leonard, Maryland typically earns a higher rate than a standard savings account pays. CDs from banks are insured by the FDIC and those from credit unions by the NCUA, in Saint Leonard, Maryland as everywhere in the U.S.
The term is the length of time the money is committed before the CD matures. Shorter terms such as three or six months give Saint Leonard, Maryland savers easier access to their funds. For example, NATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTH is offering its 6 Month Youth Saver at 5.00% APY. Longer terms such as three or five years usually pay higher rates. On the longer end, Tower Federal Credit Union is offering its 5 year Mini-Jumbo IRA Share Certificate at 4.40% APY. When a CD matures, the depositor can withdraw the principal and interest or roll the balance into a new term, so it helps to match the term to when the money will actually be needed.
CDs are among the lowest-risk savings products available because the rate is fixed for the full term and the balance is federally insured up to $250,000 per depositor, per institution, per ownership category. For a Saint Leonard, Maryland saver, the main trade-off is liquidity: withdrawing funds before maturity usually triggers an early-withdrawal penalty, often 30 to 180 days of interest depending on the term.
Interest on a CD is calculated using the annual percentage yield (APY), which reflects the effect of compounding over a year. Depending on the institution, interest may be credited monthly, quarterly, or at maturity, and can be paid out to a linked account or added back to the CD to compound. When comparing the Saint Leonard, Maryland CDs listed above, a saver gets the truest picture of total earnings by looking at APY rather than the nominal rate.
Most CDs carry a fixed rate that is locked for the entire term, protecting a Saint Leonard, Maryland depositor if market rates fall after the account is opened. Some institutions offer variable-rate or bump-up CDs whose rate can change during the term; these may start lower but allow the rate to rise if conditions improve. Which is better depends on the direction a saver expects rates to move.
See exactly what a CD will earn by maturity. Enter your deposit, pick a term, and set the APY, or click any current Saint Leonard, Maryland rate on the right to apply that term and rate instantly. CD rates are fixed for the full term.
Assumes the APY is held to maturity with interest compounding and remaining in the CD. Early withdrawals typically forfeit 30–180 days of interest. Estimates are for informational purposes only.
At today’s MD top rate of 5.00% APY, a $10,000 deposit earns $500 in the first year. Enter your amount to see your exact return.
Saint Leonard, Maryland CD LadderMD CD rates currently range from 1.993% (3-month) to 2.640% (36-month). Model a ladder with local rates to keep cash accessible while maximizing yield.
Early Withdrawal PenaltyBefore locking into a Saint Leonard, Maryland CD at 5.00% APY, know your exit cost. Most institutions charge 90–180 days of interest. Calculate your real net return if you need early access.
CD vs. High-Yield SavingsMaryland’s average 12-month CD is 2.840% APY. Compare locking in that rate against a flexible high-yield savings account to see which earns more for your deposit and timeline.
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